Under the sensitive direction of Helen Simon, a deeply moving portrait unfolds of the suffering and incredible survival of women who have escaped the clutches of forced prostitution and exploitation. Their stories shed light on a dark chapter of our global society that often remains in the shadows. VOICES OF FIRE takes up the stories of several women who bravely share their harrowing experiences. Among them are Sandra from Germany, Grizelda from South Africa and Stepanka from the Czech Republic. Each of them tells of their journey into and out of forced prostitution, a fate shaped by poverty, violence and deceit. These stories are complemented by the insights of experts and activists who shed light on the global context of human trafficking and the difficulties of combating it. The film, which was shown at DOK.fest München 2022, deliberately avoids portraying its protagonists simply as victims. Instead, it shows them as determined survivors and activists who not only heal their own wounds, but also work to combat this global scourge. VOICES OF FIRE is therefore more than just a documentary; it is a call to action, a plea for humanity and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Despite its heavy subject matter, the film never lapses into sensationalism. It chooses a sober, respectful approach that preserves the dignity of the women interviewed and invites the audience to reflect on the complexity of the subject.
Documentary
1h 19min
12 FSK
DE
DE
This powerful documentary puts the spotlight on a harrowing abuse: modern slavery and human trafficking.
Under the sensitive direction of Helen Simon, a deeply moving portrait unfolds of the suffering and incredible survival of women who have escaped the clutches of forced prostitution and exploitation. Their stories shed light on a dark chapter of our global society that often remains in the shadows.
VOICES OF FIRE takes up the stories of several women who bravely share their harrowing experiences. Among them are Sandra from Germany, Grizelda from South Africa and Stepanka from the Czech Republic. Each of them tells of their journey into and out of forced prostitution, a fate shaped by poverty, violence and deceit. These stories are complemented by the insights of experts and activists who shed light on the global context of human trafficking and the difficulties of combating it.
The film, which was shown at DOK.fest München 2022, deliberately avoids portraying its protagonists simply as victims. Instead, it shows them as determined survivors and activists who not only heal their own wounds, but also work to combat this global scourge. VOICES OF FIRE is therefore more than just a documentary; it is a call to action, a plea for humanity and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Despite its heavy subject matter, the film never lapses into sensationalism. It chooses a sober, respectful approach that preserves the dignity of the women interviewed and invites the audience to reflect on the complexity of the subject.